Case Study
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Powering Manufacturing with On-Site Generation

Overview: ESSNA™ partnered with a leading manufacturing facility to shift from municipal fuel supply to on-site hydrogen generation. By installing a turbine and reticulation system, supported with ongoing utility analysis and tariff optimization, the client achieved greater energy independence, reduced costs, and improved environmental performance.
Published on
26 May 2020
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Product: Industrial Manufacturing

Project Code: ASRSP1
FUEL
  • Initiated Supply from Municipality to On-Site Generation
INFRASTRUCTURE
  • On-Site Generation (turbine) and reticulation
APPLICATIONS
  • 24hrs / Three Shifts
SERVICES
  • Periodic analysis of utility bills
  • Tariff structure screening
  • Facilitating due credit process with the Municipality
SCOPE
  • Conceptualization, Design, Fabrication, Build, Commissioning and Operation of hydrogen based systems

Customer Value Proposition 

ESSNA™ Pillars of Energy Maturity: This client moved from a level 2.5 to 5.0 within 10 months, active delivery WIP
Levelized Cost of Electricity
Productivity
Start-Up Time
Plant Availability
Maintenance
Electricity Rate per Unit
Safety
Environmental footprint
Positive Increase
Positive Decrease

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes ESSNA's™ hydrogen solutions unique compared to other providers?

ESSNA’s™ modular, decentralized hydrogen production model eliminates costly transportation, ensures high purity, and provides scalable solutions tailored to your operational needs.

How does ESSNA™ help mitigate the risks associated with hydrogen adoption?

ESSNA™ reduces the risks of hydrogen adoption through its modular, decentralized production model. By generating hydrogen on-site, we eliminate reliance on volatile supply chains and minimize transportation hazards. Our systems are designed for seamless integration, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Additionally, ESSNA™ provides flexible financing options to lower capital investment risks while offering long-term supply agreements that ensure cost predictability.

What industries does ESSNA™ serve?

ESSNA™ serves a wide range of industries looking to transition to cleaner energy solutions and bankable hydrogen supply. Our modular hydrogen production systems are tailored for:

Heavy Industry & Manufacturing – Reducing emissions in steel, cement, and chemical production.
Transportation & Logistics – Supporting hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, fleets, and rail systems.
Power Generation – Providing a clean alternative for backup and grid stability solutions.
Agriculture & Food Production – Enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability in farming and food processing.
Energy & Utilities – Strengthening energy security and grid resilience through hydrogen integration.

What financing options does ESSNA™ offer for hydrogen systems?

ESSNA™ offers flexible financing models to make hydrogen adoption accessible for businesses of all sizes. Clients can choose between:

Off-balance sheet financing – Subscription-based hydrogen supply with no upfront capital expenditure.

On-balance sheet solutions – Direct ownership options for companies looking to integrate hydrogen assets on their balance sheet.

Project-based investment structures – Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) financing, allowing investors to fund individual projects as part of a broader portfolio while reducing financial risk.

How does ESSNA™ support clients with scalability as their hydrogen needs grow?

ESSNA™’s modular approach enables businesses to scale their hydrogen production in line with demand. Whether starting with a small on-site system or expanding to meet industrial-scale requirements, our flexible infrastructure allows for seamless growth. Our hydrogen-as-a-service model ensures that businesses can increase capacity without heavy capital investment, and our expert team provides ongoing support, monitoring, and optimization to keep operations running and cost-effective.